gentianin

dʒɛn.tɪˈæn.ɪn

Definitions

1. noun

A type of diterpenoid compound found in Gentian plants.

“The scientist isolated gentianin from the roots of the Gentian plant and studied its medicinal properties.”

Synonyms

  • gentian glucoside
  • gentiopicrin

Antonyms

  • poison
  • toxin